The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has raised “significant concerns” about the impact of Bangladesh’s ongoing political crisis on India’s textile and apparel sector. The turmoil in Bangladesh, which is facing its worst political crisis since Independence
The ongoing unrest in Bangladesh is posing significant challenges for Surat’s textile sector, which exports over Rs 100 crore worth of yarn and textile items to Bangladesh every month. The turmoil has led to a halt in new orders, raising concerns about payments for supplies already shipped. Bangladesh, a major apparel production hub for renowned […]
The Ministry of Textiles’ Kasturi Cotton Bharat program is setting a new benchmark in cotton traceability, certification, and branding in India. Launched through a collaboration between the Government of India, trade bodies, and industry stakeholders, this pioneering initiative was formalized with a budgetary support of Rs 30 crore, including Rs 15 crore contributed
The 10th National Handloom Day was celebrated with Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar as the chief guest. Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh and Minister of State Shri Pabitra Margherita also attended the event. Vice President Dhankhar highlighted the role of handloom products in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Be Vocal for Local”
Kizi Apparels Limited is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Myntra, India’s leading fashion e-commerce platform. This collaboration marks a key milestone for Kizi Apparels as it expands its brand presence across the country through Myntra’s extensive marketplace. Renowned for its top-tier B2B services and wedding collections, Kizi Apparels has
In a position paper released, the VDMA Textile Machinery Association addresses the ambitious EU regulations and their national implementation for a sustainable and circular transformation of the textile and clothing industry. Textile production demands significant resources, including water, energy, and chemicals. “The members of VDMA Textile Machinery support
The 11th edition of Gartex Texprocess India commenced yesterday with a grand opening at the state-of-the-art expo centre, Yashobhoomi, IICC, Dwarka, New Delhi. Chief Guest, Giriraj Singh, Minister of Textiles, highlighted FDIs and joint ventures as significant opportunities in the sector. The show floor is packed with over 180 exhibitors presenting more than 600 brands
The recent political and social unrest in Bangladesh has wreaked havoc on the nation’s garment industry, leading to unprecedented financial losses for manufacturers, including SDF Clothing. The student-led protests over state employment quotas, which escalated into violent clashes and government-imposed curfews, have caused an estimated US$ 814 million in losses. Md.
A recent study reveals that American fashion companies are increasingly diversifying their apparel-sourcing base, with a significant shift towards India as uncertainties and risks in Bangladesh impact sourcing strategies. According to the latest US study, the evolving geopolitical landscape and supply chain disruptions have made India an attractive alternative for US
The latest quick estimates released by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry reveal a promising outlook for India’s textile and apparel sectors, showcasing steady growth during the first quarter of 2024 In June 2024, exports of cotton yarn, fabrics, made-ups, and handloom products saw a modest increase of 0.92% compared to June 2023, reaching US$ […]





















